The Irrelevant Giant (2013)

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John Tuggle, the 1983 NFL draft's Mr. Irrelevant, was anything but irrelevant to legendary coach Bill Parcells. The normally tough and gruff coach will guide us on an emotional journey as he recounts his own rookie season as the head coach of the New York Giants and the year he came to know this very special athlete who made his team against all odds. But only one year later, a rare and unbeatable form of cancer would change both John's and Coach Parcells' destinies leaving behind a lasting impact on teammates and the life of the coach who understands just how fragile life can be.

Director: Shaun Silva, Don Lepore
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 12 min
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Production: ESPN Films
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en

Keywords

american football, nfl (national football league), new york giants, nfl draft

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Irrelevant Giant about?
John Tuggle, the 1983 NFL draft's Mr. Irrelevant, was anything but irrelevant to legendary coach Bill Parcells. The normally tough and gruff coach will guide us on an emotional journey as he recounts his own rookie season as the head coach of the New York Giants and the year he came to know this very special athlete who made his team against all odds. But only one year later, a rare and unbeatable form of cancer would change both John's and Coach Parcells' destinies leaving behind a lasting impact on teammates and the life of the coach who understands just how fragile life can be.
Who directed The Irrelevant Giant?
The Irrelevant Giant was directed by Shaun Silva, Don Lepore.
Who stars in The Irrelevant Giant?
The Irrelevant Giant stars Bill Parcells, John Tuggle.
How long is The Irrelevant Giant?
The Irrelevant Giant has a runtime of 12m (12 minutes).
What genre is The Irrelevant Giant?
The Irrelevant Giant is a Documentary film.
Where was The Irrelevant Giant produced?
The Irrelevant Giant was produced in United States of America.